Uptime Network Americas
Fall Conference 2026
Chicago, IL, USA
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
September 22-23, 2026
Conference Outline
Monday Night Welcome Activity: TBD
Monday, September 21, 2026
Evening (Time TBD)
Activity: TBD
We are currently working on securing a venue for a welcome activity on Monday September 21st. Details will be forthcoming, but please plan your travel plans accordingly. We would love to have you join us for an evening of fun and networking! Please indicate your interest in attending by checking the box in the registration form.
Agenda subject to change and will be updated as we finalize speaker and presentation details.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Central Time
Data center tour:
- 7:30 a.m. – Breakfast provided by Uptime in conference space
- 9:00 a.m. - Buses depart the hotel
- 10:00 a.m. - Tour starts at facility
- 12:30 p.m. - Buses leave the data center for the hotel
- Lunch and Feedback session conducted at the hotel following the tour
Conference activities at the hotel:
- 3:00 p.m. - Workshop session
- 5:00 p.m. – Conference starts with welcome and opening session
- 6:30 p.m. – Reception and Dinner
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Day 2 will start at 9:00 a.m. and will run the full day, with sessions led by the Uptime team and Members.
The day's program will address a variety of relevant industry topics in the form of presentations, panel discussions, and interviews with the intent to make them highly interactive and engaging.
Agenda items include (subject to change):
- AI Integration – Transforming infrastructure efficiency and innovation
- Cooling Solutions – Advanced strategies for sustainable operations
- Power Management – Reshaping energy efficiency in the digital age
- Sustainability – Driving eco-friendly infrastructure practices
- Risk Management – Proactive strategies to address evolving challenges
- Operational & Staffing Challenges – Solutions to attract, retain, and empower talent
- Member Case Studies – Insights and lessons from industry leaders
Register to Attend
Registration Details
There is no charge to attend this event.
Attendees are responsible for their travel and hotel expenses, and any additional food and entertainment expenses outside of the conference.
Registration is open to Uptime Institute Network members and invited guests. Network events are not open to equipment vendors, suppliers, consultants or engineering firms.
Requests to attend will be reviewed and approved by Uptime Institute staff.
Submit your registration using your work email address and if approved you will receive an email noting your approval (please check your spam folder if you have not received this within 72 hours of your registration). If not approved, likewise you will receive an email from our team noting so.
Seating is limited, so please take a moment to register now to secure your spot at the Conference.
Event Location:
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
505 N. State Street,
Chicago, IL 60654
+1 312-755-9703
You can book directly via the following link to the hotel website: The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
Register To Attend
Fill out the registration form below and one of our team members will follow up with you right away.
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